Carhartt WIP — Founded in 1994 by Edwin and Salomée Faeh, Carhartt Work In Progress (WIP) is the European-streetwear offshoot of the original Carhartt workwear brand. With roots in rugged American workwear, WIP reinterprets Carhartt’s iconic silhouettes — like the Detroit Jacket, Michigan Coat, and double-knee pants — through a modern, urban len...
Carhartt WIP — Founded in 1994 by Edwin and Salomée Faeh, Carhartt Work In Progress (WIP) is the European-streetwear offshoot of the original Carhartt workwear brand. With roots in rugged American workwear, WIP reinterprets Carhartt’s iconic silhouettes — like the Detroit Jacket, Michigan Coat, and double-knee pants — through a modern, urban lens.
What Makes Carhartt WIP Unique
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Workwear heritage meets streetwear style: The brand combines durable fabrics (like Dearborn canvas) and utilitarian design with street-forward cuts, colorways, and subcultural appeal.Â
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Cultural engagement: WIP doesn’t just make clothes — it has a skate team, a music department, and supports artists and creative movements.Â
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Collaborations: Over the years, they’ve teamed up with big names across fashion and streetwear, including A.P.C., Nike, Junya Watanabe, and more.Â
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Global footprint: After opening its first store in London (1997), Carhartt WIP now operates 80+ stores worldwide.
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Archival & storytelling: Their WIP Archives shows how a utilitarian workwear brand evolved into a cultural force.
Why We Love It
Carhartt WIP is celebrated for its authenticity and durability, but also for translating that rugged workwear DNA into pieces that feel relevant in today’s fashion and streetwear world. It’s perfect for people who want heritage quality without sacrificing style.
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